What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Irvine is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Irvine station. However, there are services departing from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Fullerton Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Irvine?

The distance between Palm Desert and Irvine is 137 miles. The road distance is 108 miles.

How do I travel from Palm Desert to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Irvine without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 55m and costs $65 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Irvine?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Palm Desert to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Irvine bus from?

Palm Desert to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Irvine bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Irvine bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Irvine is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Palm Desert to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1415+ hotels available in Irvine.

Palm Desert to Irvine - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Palm Desert to Irvine by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus El Paso / ...
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Tustintrain IE-OC Line
3h 55m
$65–95
Drive 107.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Irvinecar 107.4 mi
1h 55m
$20–29
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 13m
$36–54

Palm Desert to Irvine by bus and train (Amtrak)

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4h 13mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.9 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Palm Desert, CA, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $29–45 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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